Oak Ridge Civic Music Association

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music with the Seraph Brass Quintet, presented by the Oak Ridge Civic Music Association. This captivating concert is set to take place on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at 7:30 PM, with a special pre-concert talk beginning at 7:00 PM. The venue for this musical extravaganza is the First United Methodist Church of Oak Ridge, located at 1350 Oak Ridge Turnpike.

Seraph Brass, founded by the renowned trumpet soloist Mary Elizabeth Bowden, is an ensemble on a mission to showcase the excellence of female brass musicians and highlight artists from marginalized groups. As winners of the 2019 American Prize in Chamber Music, Seraph Brass is known for their dynamic performances and engaging programming. The quintet draws from a roster of America’s top brass players, including Mary Elizabeth Bowden, Raquel Samayoa, Rachel Velvikis, Victoria Garcia, and Cristina Cutts Dougherty.

The Oak Ridge concert promises a diverse and captivating program, featuring music by classical giants such as Edvard Grieg, Giuseppe Verdi, Gioacchino Rossini, Clara Schumann, and Franz Liszt. Additionally, the evening will include works by contemporary composers Kevin Day, Kevin McKee, David Chesky, Grigoraș Dinicu, Reena Esmail, Catherine McMichael, and Anthony DiLorenzo, offering a blend of original transcriptions, newly commissioned works, and well-known classics.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the brilliance of Seraph Brass in the beautiful setting of the First United Methodist Church of Oak Ridge. Tickets are available online at https://orcma.vbotickets.com/events. For more information about Seraph Brass and to follow their journey, visit their website at https://www.seraphbrass.com/ and connect with them on social media.

Prepare to be mesmerized by an evening of stunning brass music that celebrates female musicianship and innovation.

Seraph Brass Quintet

First United Methodist Church of Oak Ridge

Holberg Suite

Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2

Vuelta del Fuego (Ride of Fire)

Tuttarana

Three Romances for Violin and Piano

Hora Staccato

La traviata

Central Park Morning

Fantasia III

Asteria